Hello neighbor,

Jackson Heights got some well-deserved love online this week in this Reddit thread. People raved about the Roosevelt Ave station being the best transfer point in Queens (five subway lines plus buses to everywhere), and no surprise, many mentioned the food… everything from samosas to arepas to dumplings within a few blocks. And more than a few people agreed the real winner is the mix of people who call this place home: the diversity of people and cultures sharing the same streets is unparalleled. That spirit shows up in our events too, so let’s take a look at what’s on the calendar for the days ahead.

This Week in Jackson Heights

September 2-8, 2025

(Looking for more? This is just a short list. See the full calendar at jacksonheightsinsider.com/events)

Heads-up: times and places can change, so make sure you confirm event details with the organizers before you go.

Featured Event

☕ Jackson Heights in a Cup | Sat 11 AM–2 PM | The World’s Borough Bookshop • Latin America meets South Asia, with Kaapi coffee, Desi agua frescas, music and dance. RSVP encouraged → RSVP here​

Tuesday, September 2

Juan Sebastián Monsalve Trio / Colombian Contemporary Jazz | 8 PM | Terraza 7 • Deep grooves, daring jazz • $20 → More info​

Wednesday, September 3

Jackson Heights Game Gathering! | 2 PM | Queens Library (81st St) • Free board games, no RSVP needed → Just show up​

Thursday, September 4

Zumba Class | 11 AM | EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care • Dance your way fit, all ages welcome → Join free​

Friday, September 5

Collage Workshop | 3 PM | Queens Library (81st St) • Cut, paste, create, all ages welcome → Drop in​

The Repressions at Espresso 77 | 8 PM | Espresso 77 • Indie-folk-punk vibes with coffee or wine → Catch the show​

Saturday, September 6

Toastmasters International: America’s Best | 10 AM | Elmhurst Hospital & Zoom • Sharpen your public speaking → Contact to join​

Block Party (National Suicide Prevention Week) | 10 AM–3 PM | Elmhurst Hospital, 41st Ave & 80th St • Face painting, tie dye, live music → Come by​

Jackson Heights in a Cup | 11 AM–2 PM | The World’s Borough Bookshop • Fusion drinks, music, and dance, RSVP encouraged → RSVP here​

Trees Count 2025 | 1:30 PM | Travers Park • Learn tree ID, count trees, tote bag included • RSVP → Volunteer​

Sunday, September 7

Jackson Heights Greenmarket | 8 AM–3 PM | 34th Ave & 79th St • Fresh produce, bread, meats, and demos → Shop local​

From Black Rio to Brazilcore | 11 AM | The World’s Borough Bookshop • Free talk on baile funk → No RSVP​

Monday, September 8

Queens Distance Runners: Community Run | 6 PM | Meet at The Queensboro • Friendly 5K through 34th Ave, photo at the mural → Run with QDR​

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Until next week, may your momo be steaming hot, your Roosevelt Avenue walk be full of discoveries, and your community connections grow stronger every day.

Jonathan (JBS)